The Barefoot Bandit return to once again host one of their legendary nights at Exeter Phoenix on the 6th November, with special guests!

Their electrifying live show has been winning over crowds across the country and beyond, blending deep, bass-heavy dub, vibrant reggae, anthemic hooks, and world-music energy into a sound that’s unmistakably their own.

Hailing from the South-West, the Bandit remains true to its roots whilst built on a foundation of diverse musical influences.  Their music crafts songs packed with towering brass lines, earth-shaking grooves, fearless rhythms, and conscious, razor-sharp lyricism whilst exploring everything from personal journeys to the wider human experience.

Their debut album Hello Welcome (2022) turned heads nationwide, earning major support from Craig Charles (BBC Radio 6 Music), BBC Introducing, and reggae legend Sir David Rodigan (BBC Radio 1Xtra).

The Barefoot Bandit have made their mark on some of the UK’s biggest and most respected stages, including Glastonbury, Boardmasters, Boomtown Fair, Camp Bestival, Beautiful Days, Bearded Theory, and many more, while also performing at leading venues up and down the country. With growing momentum, they are now pushing further into Europe and taking their explosive live show to an expanding international audience.

With a rapidly growing fanbase and work underway on Album #2, The Barefoot Bandit are gearing up for their biggest year yet.

Barefoot Bandit will be joined by:

Charlene Soraria

Known for her distinctive, soulful voice and captivating songwriting, Charlene brings something really special to the bill. We can’t wait for you to experience her live alongside the rest of this incredible line-up.

Alex J

Alex J is the solo project of Alex Johnstone, best known as the lead singer of Pattern Pusher.

With a wealth of live experience, Alex has performed at major festivals including Glastonbury, Boomtown and Bearded Theory, as well as supporting acclaimed artists such as Wolf Alice and Supergrass.

His solo project has already attracted attention from BBC Introducing, earning multiple radio plays and the coveted Track of the Week accolade for the soulful single Stockholm.

Expect an intimate, piano-led performance that blends expressive vocals, heartfelt songwriting and captivating melodies.

Revelation Roots

Packing out dancefloors across the South West and beyond for over a decade, Revelation Roots bring an infectious mix of reggae, ska, dub and genre-bending grooves & as a 9-piece powerhouse, they’re going to bring some serious energy to Exeter Phoenix.
A festival favourite, they’ve played Pilton Party, Tropical Pressure, Boardmasters, Godney Gathering, Beautiful Days and more, while sharing stages with some absolute legends, including The Specials, The Beat, The Selecter, Raye, Inhaler, Gentleman’s Dub Club, Dub Pistols, Bad Manners, Toots and the Maytals, Zion Train and Aswad, as well as selling out their own headline shows.

“People are going crazy for it! A thing of beauty! Excellent Debut album.” – Craig Charles – BBC Radio 6 Music

“Fresh Brit Reggae”- David Rodigan – BBC Radio 1xtra

“The band have built a massive cult audience with their bass-heavy live shows, a supreme fusion of roots reggae, dub, and soulful aspects.” – Clash Magazine

VENUE: AUDITORIUM, EXETER PHOENIX

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